NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide)

Fat LossRedox coenzyme / supplementExperimental

Essential redox cofactor sold as IV clinic infusions and oral precursors (NR/NMN). NAD+ itself is not FDA-approved as a drug for anti-aging.

Calculate Dose

For research use only.

Key Facts

CAS
53-84-9
Molecular Weight (MW)
663.43 g/mol
Half-life
Minutes to hours (rapidly metabolized)
Unit
mg
Administration Route
IV, IM, Oral
Frequency
1โ€“3x per week (IV/IM) or daily (oral)
Last updated
8/23/2026
Targets
SirtuinsPARPsRedox enzymes

Overview

Essential redox cofactor sold as IV clinic infusions and oral precursors (NR/NMN). NAD+ itself is not FDA-approved as a drug for anti-aging.

Protocol

Dosage Range
100โ€“1000 mg
Frequency
1โ€“3x per week (IV/IM) or daily (oral)
Cycle
4โ€“12 weeks or ongoing for wellness support
Administration Route
IV, IM, Oral
Reconstitution Guide
Use sterile saline or bacteriostatic water per clinic protocol

Science

Mechanism of Action

Hydride acceptor in dehydrogenase reactions and substrate for sirtuins and PARPs. Direct IV NAD+ pharmacokinetics and anti-aging claims remain under-studied versus oral precursors.

Targets

SirtuinsPARPsRedox enzymes

Studies

Benefits

Cellular redox researchClinic IV / precursor supplement use

Potential Side Effects

  • IV: chest tightness, nausea, flushing
  • Expensive infusions of uncertain benefit

References

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